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You might be asking yourself, “why are collaboration platforms competing with Managed File Transfer (MFT)?” Great question. Normally, they don’t, and to be honest -- they shouldn’t. These are not the same. The commonality regarding these two is mainly that files can be stored or sent within MFT and MFT as-a-Service (MFTaaS) platforms, as well as within collaboration platforms. However, as we’ll see later, it’s not without difficulty if you’re trying to use a collaboration tool like Microsoft O365 as a MFTaaS tool.
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FTP (File Transfer Protocol) has been a leading option in file transfers for a long time. However, looking at the complexity of data security compliance standards and the capabilities of data hackers, a stronger and more secure solution can be required. As technology advances (and hackers’ skills advance in parallel), you need the best file transfer option to keep data protected.
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Are you trying to select a new file sharing solution, but you have a few questions first? Explore these common questions about file sharing solutions and find out their answers.
File sharing options and acronyms can often be overwhelming to keep track of as the digital world continues to advance. With so many to choose from – FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, EFSS, Collaboration Systems and more – it can be a challenge to distinguish between the options and select the best one for your organization. This is why so many companies default to using FTP (file transfer protocol) – one of the oldest and most basic forms of sharing data via the Internet.
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FTP Solutions File Sharing Best Practices
When it comes to file sharing, nothing is more important than security. But when there are so many solutions on the market, it can be difficult to determine which option will best meet your needs.
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FTP Solutions Government Compliance
Cybersecurity is a widespread concern, the aerospace industry being no exception. In fact, in 2016 only 40% of aerospace and defense companies said they have a comprehensive set of security policies in place. That’s a surprisingly low number when you consider the major ramifications that could result from a data security breach. As cybersecurity threats grow more common and more sophisticated, it’s vital that aerospace and defense companies understand the government recommendations in place related to data security and how to comply with those recommendations.
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FTP Solutions Government Compliance
The FedRAMP Marketplace is a helpful resource for federal agencies looking for FedRAMP compliant cloud vendors, products, agencies, assessors, and more. Choosing the best vendors to work with can be a time consuming and stressful process, especially when you don’t know where to begin your search. However, the FedRAMP Marketplace can drastically shorten the length of your search.
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Before integrating a secure file sharing solution into your business operations, there’s some groundwork to do. You have to understand a few things about the nature of secure file sharing, and the criteria you should use to evaluate solutions. Here are a few answers to common questions that can help you start the search process.
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FTP Solutions File Sharing Best Practices
Using an FTP server is a common solution for businesses that want to keep their data safe. If you’re looking for the right option to maintain data security, a hosted FTP server could be the answer. Learn more about what FTP servers are, how they work, and how they can benefit your business.
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Data is a valuable asset, one that’s important for businesses to protect. Because data is important, it’s vital that businesses put a lot of thought into how data is stored, used, and transferred. Opening data up to transfers via the internet can also mean opening data up to potential breaches and compromises.
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With numerous options for sharing files, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Maintaining data security is essential, but without the appropriate file sharing process, your data could be at risk. You have to ensure that files are secure when they are shared outside of your organization, but often non-secure methods are used to share with outside entities. Find out more about FTP alternatives, and how they could put your data at risk.
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